Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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